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Apprenticeships are jobs that allow you to earn and learn at the same time. They are a fantastic opportunity to gain nationally recognised qualifications whilst developing the job specific skills needed to work in your chosen role.

Digital Administration Support Apprentice

Closing Date - 24th July

Springpod - Live Apprenticeship Search

Cardiff Apprenticeships available

Apprenticeship/Work Experience opportunity

Apprenticeship Opportunity

Retail & Head Office Apprenticeships

Applications Open

Could a TfW apprenticeship be the right journey for you?

Follow link for full list of opportunities

Customer Service Apprenticeship

WRU Rugby Development Apprenticeship 2022/2023

Express Interest

Marketing & Communications Apprentice

Follow link for more info

Railway Engineering & Track Maintenance Apprenticeships

Applications Open

Service Support Apprentice

Applications Open

BrightStart Apprenticeships

Applications Open

Construction Employment Scheme

Y Prentis - Drylining apprenticeship opportunity in the Vale area

Store Management Apprentice

Applications live

School Leaver Apprenticeship Opportunities

Mudiad Meithrin Apprenticeship Scheme

Apply Online

*Welsh Language Opportunity*

Apprenticeship Programme

Applications Open

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My Neighbourhood

Use your postcode to find local councillors, facilities, school catchment areas and more.

Find facilities in my area

Cardiff Council

www.cardiff.gov.uk

My Neighbourhood

Use your postcode to find local councillors, facilities, school catchment areas and more.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​If you have finished your GCSEs and want to continue your education, you can go to college or sixth form​.

There are lots of colleges to choose from in Cardiff. Each college offers a variety of subjects and courses.

If you would like to apply, please contact your chosen college directly.

Cardiff and Vale College​​​​

Cardiff and Vale College have more than 30,000 learners each year across full-time and part-time college courses, university qualifications and apprenticeship programmes.

If you would like to browse the courses on offer you can:

Personal Learning Accounts

A Personal Learning Account (PLA) is a programme funded by Welsh Government. If you are eligible, PLAs provide access to free courses and professional qualifications which develop your skills and can help you to progress or change your career.

St. David's Catholic College​

Attend a Virtual Open Evening at St. David's Catholic College.​​​​​​​​​​​​External link opens in a new window​​

St David's Catholic College offers both Level 3 (A Level and BTEC) and Level 2 (GCSE and BTEC) courses.

If you would like to browse the courses on offer you can:

Cardiff City Foundation

​ Cardiff City Foundation is the registered charity of Cardiff City Football Club.

They run post-16 education courses that combine educational studies with sport in a unique environment, supporting young people to progress into further education, employment and training.

BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport

Students can complete a BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Sport, which is an academic equivalent to 4 GCSE's. The course offers fantastic progression opportunities for learners want to study a BTEC Level 3, as well as providing the knowledge and skills needed for employment or apprenticeships.

Students will gain the knowledge required for a substantial understanding of the principles of sport. Lesson modules include anatomy, physiology, sports psychology, sports coaching and sports research.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport Performance and Excellence

Students can complete a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport Performance and Excellence, which is an academic equivalent to 3 A Levels. There course allows students to further their love of sport and passion for learning.

Theoretical lessons cover a wide range of subjects. Units include Anatomy and Physiology, Coaching for Performance and Fitness Testing.

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Support services offering courses, advice and other development opportunities to help get you ready for the world of employment.

Free, interactive, online employability training programme, focused on building the skills and confidence you need to choose the right career, find a job and be successful in the workplace.

Free e-learning and face-to-face courses available!

New dates added

Marks and Start is a training and mentoring scheme that gives unemployed young people the skills, experience and confidence they need to find a job.

Gain an insight into PwC and professional services whilst enhancing your employability skills.

Monday 25 July - Friday 29 July 2022

Applications open, follow link for details.

Virtual Village - Careersville houses different elements of health and care opportunities and the associated careers available.

Your route to free courses to progress or change career.

Working to give every young person in Wales the opportunity of accessing a career in the life sciences

- regardless of their background.

Register your interest now!

Video Resources page where you can find a library of videos of previous careers cafes and masterclasses. There is so much to explore, with advice from top industry experts about a variety of areas within the media.

Free courses to help you learn new skills or get a new job.

A place where you’ll find useful virtual tools to support you to develop key employability skills.

*Disability Confident Opportunity*

Depending on the opportunity you are applying for, you may be asked for either a CV, application or both. Want to impress? Here are our suggestions

DICE (Learning for Work) has two separate discrete programmes designed for adults with either an experience of mental heath issues or a learning difficulty.

DICE (Learning for Life) offer a number of recreational courses for adults with high support needs. These courses are suitable for adults who wish to participate in an enjoyable activity to improve their health, well-being and social skills

The purpose of this module is to give you an insight into the roles BAM offers. How you can apply for them, the skills you have now and how you can hone your skills to become work ready

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Closing Date - August 4th

Starting Date - 25th July

Multiple roles available - Check link for locations and dates

For students starting in September

Follow link for full listings and to apply

NEW ROLES LISTED - Check link for applications and expiry dates.

New applications Open

Hiring in stores across Cardiff

This is now an ongoing open call out with no fixed deadline.

Cardiff Cares Academy is recruiting and training new Care Workers for the city’s social care sector.

Applications open for various roles

City Centre - Jobs in Food and Beverage, Housekeeping and Kitchen Porter.

Full Time & Part Time Positions Available

Full Time & Part Time Positions Available in Cardiff branches.

Bar Tender, Chef, Kitchen Assistant, Server Assistant, Waiter/Waitress

Applications Open

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CAVC International are a dedicated team here at Cardiff and Vale College who work to provide our international students with outstanding educational opportunities and support in all courses across the curriculum.

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Customer Survey. We are always looking to improve our website and value the feedback of our customers. Take the Customer Survey. (This link will take you to an external site). This survey should take no more than 5 minutes to complete.

Apprenticeships are a great way to gain qualifications while you work and earn a wage. Find apprenticeships, what they involve, how to apply and more...

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Choosing to do a Construction Traineeship with ACT was the best thing that happened to Stella Vasiliou. It made her realise she could do anything she put her mind to, and she is proud to have now progressed onto an Apprenticeship.

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Stage 2: Making an application

Education Maintenance Allowance, funding for Further Education

Applying early means you have the best chance of having your funding confirmed and in place for the start of your course.

Applications for academic year 2022 to 2023

If you’re new to Education Maintenance Allowance for academic year 2022 to 2023 you’ll need to fill in the application form. There are guidance notes to help you fill in the form.

You can download these here.

EMA Application form 2022 to 2023

EMA Application notes 2022 to 2023

If you don’t have access to a printer, you can pick up an application pack from your school or college.

We will accept your application and any evidence until 31 August 2023.

Remember to sign your EMA Agreement at school or college to get your money after we process your application.

For all the information you need on EMA in 2022 to 2023:

Little book of EMA 2022 to 2023

Applications for academic year 2021 to 2022

If you’re new to EMA for academic year 2021 to 2022, you’ll need to fill in the application form. There are guidance notes to help you fill in the form. You can download these here.

EMA Application form 2021 to 2022

EMA Application notes 2021 to 2022

If you don't have access to a printer, you can pick up an application pack from your school or college.

We will accept your application and any evidence until 31 August 2022.

Remember to sign your EMA Agreement at school or college to get your money after we process your application.

For all the information you need on EMA in 2021 to 2022:

Little book of EMA 2021 to 2022

Key dates for the 2022 to 2023 academic year

April 2022

Applications for the new academic year become available. The earlier you make your application, the better. If you do not know if you’ll be continuing at school or going to college, that’s OK. You can still make an application and let us know if anything changes.

30 June 2022

Send us your completed application form and evidence by this date to have your application approved by the start of your course.

13 weeks

To be eligible for backdated payments, you must apply within 13 weeks of the start of your course. You must also sign your EMA Agreement within this same 13 week period.

31 August 2023

This is the last date we can accept your application and evidence for you to be eligible for EMA in academic year 2022 to 2023.

Returning students

If this will be your second or third year getting EMA, you can find out further information by visiting our Returning students page.

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My Neighbourhood

Use your postcode to find local councillors, facilities, school catchment areas and more.

Find facilities in my area

Cardiff Council

www.cardiff.gov.uk

My Neighbourhood

Use your postcode to find local councillors, facilities, school catchment areas and more.

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​​​​​​​​​​​Some sixth forms in Cardiff will still have places available for the 2021 to 2022 academic year.
​If you are interested in applying, please contact your chosen sixth form directly to check if there are places available.

If you have finished your GCSEs and want to continue your education, you can go to sixth form or college​​​.

There are lots sixth forms in Cardiff which offer courses that are designed to follow on from GCSEs. Getting qualifications can give you more choice for your future. It shows colleges, universities and employers that you have the skills needed to progress and succeed.

Each school offers a range of courses to meet needs and interests. Please visit each schools website to find out what courses they offer. ​

The secondary schools with sixth forms based in Cardiff are:

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**Learner success rate (Pass/Fail) on accredited course verified by Lifelong Learning Wales Record (LLWR)

***Based on statistics collated internally by Adult Learning Cardiff for the current Academic year, across all curriculum's (July - Present)

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St David's is the ideal bridge between school and higher education, where we encourage you to think independently and make the most of your abilities.

Mark Leighfield, Principal St David's Catholic College

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CAVC has an excellent reputation for English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL). We are the biggest provider in Wales. We help you to improve speaking, listening, reading and writing in English. This can help you in life and work in the future. Our ESOL courses are delivered at our One Canal Parade building, part of our City Centre Campus.

While most ESOL learners study part-time, you can come to college to study ESOL full-time. This helps you to improve your English each week and to gain ESOL qualifications during the year. On an ESOL+ course you can train for the career you want and improve your English through the course. Study ESOL at the right level for you - between Entry Level and Level 2 - and also gain skills, experience and a qualification in your chosen career area.
ESOL courses are available at:

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'Volunteering has changed my life'- Lily, Community volunteer

'I have lived in this part of Cardiff for many years so it feels good to give something back to the community'- Dave, Digital Inclusion Volunteer

'I've made life-long friendships and experienced things I wouldn't have dreamed of experiencing'- Sarah, Family Support Worker and Volunteer Co-ordinator

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'Volunteering has changed my life'- Lily, Community volunteer 'I have lived in this part of Cardiff for many years so it feels good to give something back to the community'- Dave, Digital Inclusion Volunteer 'I've made life-long friendships and experienced things I wouldn't have dreamed of experiencing'- Sarah, Family Support Worker and Volunteer Co-ordinator

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We offer one-to-one support for young people aged 16-25 who are not in employment, education or training. In partnership with Careers Wales, the Post-16 Youth Mentor Project is a long standing and successful Families First funded project run by Cardiff Council Youth Service. The team aims to target unemployed and economically inactive young people , aged 16 +, from across Cardiff. They offer a tailored person-centred approach, which endeavours to help determine and remove personal barriers. This enables young people to go on and achieve sustained engagement in education, training or the employed labour market. Our team are qualified Youth and Community workers, who work closely with young people and partner agencies. We provide free signposting to overcome the barriers young people can face, and support them to access and remain in education, employment or training (EET).

'The Youth Mentor process has helped increase my confidence massively by taking on new challenges such as learning to drive, applying for college with the ambition of becoming a nurse. Keeping me involved in all decision making and them also being involved with the decision making, while being open and honest.' (Young Person)
Youth Mentor Approach
The Youth Mentoring process is founded upon relationships based on trust and mutual respect, formed through voluntary engagement. All mentors adopt a non-judgemental, thorough approach that actively encourages young people to contribute to and make key decisions regarding their personal goals and aspirations. Our person-centred approach allows individuals who are ready for education, training or employment, plus those who are furthest away, to receive the appropriate support.
How Post-16 can help
Post-16 Youth Mentors aim to listen, support and subsequently establish personal action plans that will enable young people to achieve their educational, training or careers ambitions.

A Youth Mentor can help young people to:

Achieve greater clarity and understanding of EET and the opportunities available to them.

Recognise individual skills and abilities.

Remove the obstacles to any EET future goals and aspirations.

Generate personal solutions to identified problems, with support.

Navigate education, employment or training options.

Identify suitable education or training courses.

Access bespoke Post-16 Curricula / group sessions based on identified needs.

Take part in activities to improve skills or work towards an accreditation.

Connect to wider Youth Services.

Access necessary services.

Find appropriate opportunities.

Create and transform plans into action and, most importantly, success.

Any young person who is referred and successfully accepted on to the Post-16 Service will be allocated a qualified and experienced Post-16 Youth Mentor, who they will meet regularly on a one-to-one basis.

'I found it (Youth Mentoring)...very helpful to talk about my problems. I received a lot of help with getting benefit money. I do feel more confident and I am thinking about my future in a more positive way' (Young Person)

If you would like to get in touch with our team, you can find our social media, email, and contact number below.

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Cardiff Youth Service's award-winning Youth Mentoring Programme is an early intervention and prevention project. The programme is delivered to secondary schools and surrounding geographical communities, with delivery in Welsh also available. The project supports a range of young people that are identified as, or at risk of becoming, not engaged in education, employment or training (NEET). Whether young people are school-aged or have left school, they are able to receive this support. The purpose is to reduce the number of young people who are at risk, or are NEET, and to help them re-engage. We work with a range of young people aged 11-25, which include young people in mainstream education, educated outside of school, those at risk of homelessness, young parents, or individuals involved in the criminal justice system. Youth Mentors are qualified Youth and Community workers, and use a Youth Work approach that starts where the young people are at. They build relationships based on voluntary engagement and, through placing the young person's needs at the center of their work, young people are able to overcome issues and barriers to realise their full potential.

' I just wanted to say charl thank you for everything you've done for me honestly I mean it from the bottom of my heart you've done a lot for me over the short amount of the time, you really helped me to develop and mature and forget the old life I was living. Thank you so much thanks for being there for me during high school I'm very thankful' (Young Person)

How does it work
The project is directed from Welsh Government policy, where the Youth Engagement and Progression Framework is set out to reduce the number of young people aged 11-25 who are NEET. This is achieved through local authorities, education providers and national partners working closely together to early identify young people at risk of becoming NEET through the Vulnerability Assessment Profile (VAP). Brokering support and working towards a succesful destination are the main aims of the project. The Youth Service also has a critical role to play in providing lead workers for young people who are most at risk of disengaging, as well as gaining intelligence about young people to support tracking. For more information on this strategy,

Youth Mentors are placed within schools and other educational provisions, where they work with professionals to help identify young people through the VAP process. 1-1 support based on the young person's wellbeing, attainment and attendance is then subsequently provided. The school, the young person, or other professionals, refer the young person by completing a referral form. For more information about this

Once a referral is complete and approved, the Youth Mentor will begin their journey with a young person based on a voluntary relationship. Through a STAR assessment, the Mentor will work with the young person to help identify their needs and create an action plan. This plan seeks to progress the young person through a series of steps tackling barriers to engagement. The young person will recieve weekly support in a setting that works best for them, which can include their home, school or in the community. The 1-1 support will continue until either the young person is ready to progress back into school, they have made improvements in their lives, or they have progressed into Employment, Education or Training.
Who we work with
To ensure positive outcomes for young people, we work with a range of partners and stakeholders. These include: young people's families, schools, Careers Wales, other educational providers, Emotional Wellbeing Service, Children's Services, employment services, Community groups, Youth Clubs and third sector organisations.

'I'm over the moon that Kyle completed the course and did well with his other exam results!' (Parent)

Funders

To ensure the service remains on offer to young people in the city, the project draws on a range of funding. These include: Welsh European Social Fund, European Social Fund, Cardiff Council and Families First.
Why Youth Mentoring?

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Making better citizens in the United Kingdom

Motivational Preparation College for Training

Committed to maintaining continuity of
education through our virtual learning platform

MPCT House,
Oak Tree Court,
Mulberry Drive,
Cardiff Gate Business Park,
CF23 8RS

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The Apprenticeship and Traineeship Programmes, led by the Welsh Government, are supported by the European Social Fund.

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There are literally hundreds of job websites to choose from.

Looking for jobs online?

We've pulled together a list of some popular websites to get you started:

Got a company in mind? Why not look on their website for vacancies?

Happy Searching!

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View our list of some of the larger employers who take on apprentices.

Because of the COVID 19 pandemic some employers may have delayed or suspended their apprenticeship recruitment. There are still employers who are recruiting apprentices in 2021. Please check individual employers websites for details.

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If you are looking for a job but don't feel you have enough work experience, Jobs Growth Wales could help.

What is Jobs Growth Wales?

Jobs Growth Wales is a programme run by the Welsh Government for 16-24 year olds in Wales.
Jobs Growth Wales key facts:

Six months opportunity in a paid job

It pays at least the National Minimum Wage. Find out more about the National Minimum Wage on gov.uk

You will have a contract written by your employer

You will get the chance to gain the work experience you may be lacking

If you have a disability or face other barriers you can get additional help and mentoring while you are in the job

Jobs Growth Wales is funded by the Welsh Government with the support of the European Social Fund

Am I eligible to apply for a Jobs Growth Wales vacancy?

To be eligible to apply for a Jobs Growth Wales vacancy you must:

Be aged between 16 and 24 years

Live in Wales

Not already be in full time employment (full time employment is 16 hours per week and over)

Not completed the full 6 months of a previous Jobs Growth Wales vacancy

Not have been referred to/or are taking part in the Work Programme or Work Choice Programme (Check with your Jobcentre Plus adviser if you are registered with them)

Not be in full time education (fulltime education is 16 hours and over)

Not be on a Welsh Government work-based learning programme

Please do not apply if you cannot meet all the eligibility requirements.

How do I prove that I am eligible for Jobs Growth Wales?

You must be able to provide the following documents:

How do I apply for a vacancy?

There are lots of different jobs you could do through Jobs Growth Wales. New jobs and employers are advertising every day so keep looking.

Go to Jobs Growth Wales search to find vacancies that interest you

Make sure you are registered on our site

You must confirm you are eligible to apply for job opportunities before you apply

Log in and complete the vacancy application

Submit your application. (Proof read it first and make sure you are happy with it)

The employer will send you emails letting you know what is going to happen next

Keep track of your applications in My Vacancies

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You have a National Insurance number to make sure your National Insurance contributions and tax are recorded against your name only.

It's made up of letters and numbers and never changes.

You can find your National Insurance number:

on your payslip

on your P60

on letters about your tax, pension or benefits

in the National Insurance section of your personal tax account

Who uses your National Insurance number

These organisations need to know what your number is:

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC)

your employer

the Department for Work and Pensions (which includes Jobcentre Plus and the Pension, Disability and Carers Service), if you claim state benefits, or in Northern Ireland the Department for Social Development

your local council, if you claim Housing Benefit, or the Northern Ireland Housing Executive

Electoral Registration Officers (to check your identity when you register to vote)

the Student Loan Company, if you apply for a student loan

your pension provider if you have a personal or stakeholder pension

your Individual Savings Account (ISA) provider, if you open an ISA

authorised financial service providers who help you buy and sell investments like shares, bonds and derivatives - you can check if your provider is authorised

To prevent identity fraud, keep your National Insurance number safe. Do not share it with anyone who does not need it.

Proving your National Insurance number

You can save or print a letter confirming your National Insurance number from your personal tax account.

If you do not have a personal tax account, contact HMRC to ask for a letter.

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GCSE results day always comes around faster than you might think - and the grades that you get will at least in the short term shape what you can and can't do.

It is vital that you know what you're doing on results day, as you don't want the excitement to take over. This guide will tell you everything that you need to know to make the most of the big day itself.

What date is GCSE results day?

This year, GCSE results are out on Thursday 12 August 2021 in England and Wales. In Scotland, National 5 results day is 10 August 2021.

Although formal GCSE exams have been cancelled in 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, results will now be based on predicted grades that should be formalised by the end of July.

For updates on how Coronavirus is impacting GCSEs this year, please see our dedicated Coronavirus & exam results section.

When should I collect my results?

Students can collect their results from school or college in the morning, usually from around 10am.

We advise you bring any acceptance letters and contact details for any sixth form or college that you're interested in attending, along with some form of ID.

If you are unable to collect your results in person, you can request in advance to receive them via email, which will be available from 8am.

To receive your results via email, talk to your school or college.

Do I need to take anything with me?

Depending on the results you get, you may need to do some ringing around, so your mobile phone is essential (make sure it's fully charged!).

You should also take a pen and paper to jot down any key information that you need.

If you have applied for a course that has requirements relating to a points system you may also need to take a calculator, too, as you will need to work out whether you've done enough to gain your place!

If you've done well, you will probably also want to take lots of photos with your friends, so try not to forget your phone!

What should I do when I get my results?

When you first get hold of the envelope, you may feel a moment of panic. After all, the information inside the envelope could well make a huge difference to your future. However, it's important to keep a clear head.

You may be with a group of friends who will all want to compare results, but if you can, you should take your envelope into a quiet corner and read through them first - on your own.

Read through each line slowly, and ensure that you are interpreting the information correctly. It can be tempting to skim-read your results, however this can cause mistakes when reading, which can be heart-breaking to discover further down the line.

Five minutes on your own is a great idea here.

What do the new grades mean?

Unfortunately, it's no longer as simple as having A*-U grades.

The new numerical system instead uses numbers from 9-1 (highest to lowest, with a U grade for marks that were too low to be classified), and it is vital to know where the old grades would fit.

To put it simply, an A* is in the middle of new grades 8 and 9, a 7 is an A, and a 4 is a grade C.

Knowing these benchmarks should help to give you an idea of what the new grades really mean. 2017 brought the start of the new Maths and English gradings, while 2018 brought Science to the same level.

Other courses will follow in the future - but by that time, it is certain that more people will have got to grips with the grading system.

What if I got the results I was expecting?

If you have reached the grades that you were hoping for, then the first thing you will want to do is celebrate.

However, you will need to think about more practical things first, and decide on your next step. If your grades are what you hoped for, then it is probably as simple as confirming a place on a course or at college.

If you haven't thought about what you would like to do, then the good news is that there are lots of doors open to you if you have good grades.

A levels are a good choice, but there are lots of other options that may allow you to work alongside studies if you would prefer.

These include apprenticeships, vocational qualifications, taking a gap year, starting your own business, and even joining the Army!

But there's no need to decide for sure on that day - the world is your oyster, so take a little time to think.

What do I do if my results are not as I expected?

It can be incredibly frustrating to open your envelope and find that you haven't got what you were hoping for - particularly if you studied hard.

However, this doesn't mean that all is lost. Although you will have been given a list of requirements needed to make the next stage of your education, there is always some leeway.

If lots of people didn't make their grades, or if some people decided not to take their place, then your grades may still be good enough to allow you entry.

It is always worth getting in touch with where you have applied to and asking whether you could still study there, as you may be pleasantly surprised. If you don't ask, you don't get!

What happens if my marks are really poor?

Not everyone is academic - and GCSE exams do favour those who are. That doesn't mean that there aren't options for those who didn't perform well.

There are many vocational courses available at local colleges that teach you useful skills - and in many ways it is a better way to secure future employment, as an apprenticeship for example often leads directly into a job. You may also wish to consider a career in the Army or setting up your own business.

You may never have studied in this way before, but there is a chance that it might suit you. Everyone has their niche, and a vocational course such as a BTEC or NVQ could be yours.

If you found that sitting and learning in a classroom bored you, then it is something to investigate.

Can I get my papers remarked?

This year, due to the Coronavirus pandemic, formal, final exams have been abandoned in favour of a grade based on prior attainment, of both you, and your school. As a result, this may mean that you feel you could have acheived a better grade had you taken the exam, and may wish for the finalised grade to be reconsidered.

The process for this hasn't been finalised but further information is expected to follow soon.

Normally, if your results were not what you were hoping for, you can request that the exam board completes a priority remark.

If you don't have a college or sixth-form place pending, then you can request a copy of the marked paper, or a clerical check, or a review of marking.

You can get in touch with appropriate exam boards using the following links:

What happens during my exam review?

A review is sometimes called a "re-mark". When reviewing any exam, the board must arrange for a reviewer to consider whether the original marker made any errors.

If the reviewer finds a marking error, the reviewer's mark will replace the original mark and the exam board must change the grade if necessary.

Any new mark and grade awarded after the review could be higher or lower than that originally given. If the reviewer does not find a marking error, the original mark must not be changed.

What do exam boards charge?

Exam boards can charge a fee for reviewing papers and for considering an appeal.

They have to publish the fees they charge and be clear about any circumstances in which they will not charge (for example, some boards won't charge if the review results in a grade change).

What happens if I need to retake an exam?

Current arrangements for resits are being developed. Check with your school or college for exact resit options for your specific subject as these will be different for each examining group.

Finally...

If you got the results you were aiming for, well done! If you didn't, try not to panic.

It's not the end of the world, and there are options open to you. It may not have been the path you'd planned to go down, but down every new path there are doors to open - and you might even find that you have a skill that you didn't even know about.

So simply try to stay open minded and see what's available for you. Talk to your teachers, career advisor, friends and family for advice before taking your next steps, and remember that there is a path for everyone!

Further information

For more tips and advice on GCSEs, please see:

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Justin Edwards lives in a small town in West Wales with his wife and two children. Justin joined the Armed forces in 1993 where he served with the Royal Regiment of Wales for 9 exciting and varied years with Royal Regiment of Wales, which included a number of postings including; Northern Ireland on Operation BANNER, London on public duties and Germany in an armoured infantry role before being posted to the Infantry Training Centre Catterick as a Physical Training Instructor training adult recruits. During Justin's Military career, he was fortunate to have gained a broad range of experience in roles such as foot soldiering, peacekeeping, covert surveillance, reconnaissance and armoured infantry. Justin is also a keen sportsman and was fortunate enough to not only represent Royal Regiment of Wales but represented the Army and Combined Services teams at under 21 level.

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Joined 2019

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Steven then deployed on his first operational tour, Op Telic 3 with B (Rorke's Drift) Coy and went on to complete a further 2 operational tours of Iraq and 1 of Afghanistan.

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